Review – Qantas New Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Yesterday I briefly talked about the new Qantas Brisbane Domestic Business Lounge and posted the press photos and said I would be at the media event later that night. Here is the full review of the brand new Brisbane lounge.

My apologies for the late posting, jet lag hit me bad this last night/this morning 😉

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

A massive benefit of the new lounge is the new Premium Entry facility located right next to the regular Qantas security area. Passengers in Business Class, Qantas Platinum and Gold and Oneworld Emerald & Sapphire members can use entry.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The premium entry is also joined up with the new Valet facility.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The lounge will have agents always available and will help do bag drop and check if you have access to the lounge.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Premium Entry has it’s own security which will greatly reduce time waiting in lines.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The look and feel of the new facility is modern looking and has a great warm feeling to it.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Just before the escalator there are a few seats free.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Up to the lounge, there is either an elevator or escalator.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

At these desks is where you’ll be able to get any questions answered or help if you require assistance with anything.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

You’ll definitely notice how big the new area is, I didn’t expect it to be a massive space increase but I was shocked to find it’s 30% larger than what previously was available and it can seat 350 people.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The lounge was designed by Woods Bagot and the colours and natural light are inspired by the bright Queensland lifestyle.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The lounge features a heap of comfortable seating and an abundance of powerpoints, a big kudos to Qantas for that.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

As you can see, the large windows will provide great natural light and there is a great view of the apron from the lounge.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

At the far end of the lounge is where the wine bar is found. In the mornings, coffee and tea are served but in the evenings, wines will be served from there as well as the bar.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The bathrooms have both normal bathrooms and shower suites.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The shower suites are nice and large and stock Aspar products.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The large showers are wide and tall, perfect for anybody.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

There is also a parents room and disabled bathroom.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

These tables also have USB and Powerpoints available.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The main end is where the Bar and the Mexican Catina is found.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The bar can do all types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

As you can see, there is a heap of seating options available.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

And the new star of the Qantas lounges is the Mexican Catina. The Perth Business Lounge is famous for having a pizza oven and Neil Perry wanted something different for Brisbane, interesting and awesome concept!

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

The food was fantastic and it’s great to have something unique In the lounge.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

As with all Qantas lounges, there is the self-serve food and drink section.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

There’s a good range of both hot and cold food available to guests.

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge

Bottom Line

The new Brisbane Domestic Business Class lounge is now my favourite domestic lounge. There’s a massive amount of space, the food options are very generous and there are powerpoints available all throughout the lounge.

Melbourne’s lounge is on the cards for the next revamp but there’s currently no information as to whether or when this will take place.

Zac is a teen who has been obsessed with travel since the age of 2. Now flying 200,000+ miles per year and blogging about luxury travel. Points From The Pacific is a blog that posts about the latest airline news, insights, reviews and guides to help travellers use their points to travel in first and business class.

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So far disappointed with the new updates in the Brisbane domestic Qantas Lounge. Long queues at the one barista, women’s toilets are already looking tired due to the light colours used, sinks are chipped and splash water everywhere and it appears towels are no longer provided . Many of the new chairs in the lounge are uncomfortable and too high for the provided tables. Old lounge was much more comfortable and user friendly. I think the designer has made several flawed decisions when designing the new lounge.